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Mary Cunningham Obituary

GRAY - Mary Jane Cunningham, 71, of Gray, TN passed away peacefully in her sleep Saturday, November 18,2023.

She was a cosmetologist for 40 years. She was a member of First Christian Church in Johnson City for 20 years and enjoyed her small group and Bible study there. Mary Jane will be missed by many.

Mary Jane is preceded in death by her son, Richard Allen; her brother, Junior Good; her father, Herbert Lyle Good; her mother, Violet Good Droke; and her sister, Nancy Woodruff.

Those relatives left behind to share memories are her daughters, Jennifer Harrell, and Staci Demic (Michael Thorpe), grandchildren: Jake, Charlie, Justis, Emma and Kaleigh. Her remaining siblings are Pauline Pulham, Dennis Good, and Gary Good, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Mary Jane's Life will be held Sunday, November 26,2023 at 5pm at First Christian Church in Johnson City. The family will greet friends to share memories from 3pm until the service time at the church. This obituary was written in loving memory by her family. To view memories or share condolences, please visit www.mtnempirecbs.com. Mountain Empire Cremation and Burial Services of Jonesborough (423-913-4818) is honored to serve the Cunningham family during this challenging time.

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Published by Johnson City Press on Nov. 23, 2023.

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Erica Edmisten

November 25, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Erica Edmisten

November 24, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Tori Barnard

November 23, 2023

May you Rest in Peace Dear Friend.I,m gonna miss the great times we had.And Lil Ms.Pink gonna miss you and your cow tails also.We,ve cried alot together and we,ve laughed alot to.I will never forget you.Thank you for loving my daughter and Hudson also. I know she,s there in heaven waiting for you.You were a true,caring friend.!R.I.P.We,ll meet again someday.Your bestie and sidekick.Tori

Barbara Lau

November 23, 2023

I´m very sad to hear of Mary Jane´s passing . I loved her dearly and have many sweet and funny memories we shared . She was such a kind person and a wonderful hairstylist. I will keep your family in my Prayers and thoughts during this difficult time .

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